Brody Cole's Obituary
Brody James Cole, 7, was granted his angel wings on September 29, 2009, following a lifelong illness with mitochondrial disease. Brody’s life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched by him understood that the quality of existence far exceeds the quantity of time in which one lives.
Brody touched so many people in his short, yet very memorable life. Brody lived life to the fullest despite his illness. Through it all, Brody remained a happy, vibrant little boy who always became the center of attention wherever he went due to his outgoing and very special personality. Brody’s ambition in life was to become the Red Power Ranger when he grew up.
Brody is survived by his loving parents, Kristi Cole of Powder Springs and Donald Cole of Hiram. Brody was blessed to have two caring big brothers, Jacob and Logan. Brody’s grandparents were James and Shirley Townsend of Powder Springs and Tim and Dona Cole of Douglasville. Aunts and Uncles included Tim and Bobbi Cole, Melissa Cole, Jim Townsend, Kevin Townsend, and Kelly Townsend.
Brody leaves behind many wonderful caregivers that provided love and support that not only extended his life but greatly enhanced its quality.
With Brody’s passing we remind others that his life is one to be celebrated. Although we will miss him everyday, he will forever remain in our hearts.
Services honoring Brody’s life will begin with visitation on Thursday and Friday evening from 4-8 p.m. at Davis-Struempf Funeral Home & Crematory in Austell, GA. Brody’s homegoing celebration will be held Saturday, October 3, 2009 at Powder Springs First Baptist Church. Brody will lie-in-state from 1-2 p.m. with service to follow at 2:00pm .
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to:
The United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation
8085 Saltsburg Road
Suite 201
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
Online donations can be made to www.umdf.org
Angel Flight of Georgia
2000 Airport Road
Suite 227
Atlanta, GA 30341
Online donations can be made to www.angelflightsoars.org
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
1001 Johnson Ferry Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30342
Online donations can be made to www.choa.org
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